QUANTA Rackgo X Series F03A User Manual

MEMORY POPULATION RULES INSTALLING HARDWARE
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Memory Population Rules
When considering the memory configuration of your server, you should consider the fol-
lowing items:
 DIMMs within the server should all be the same size, speed, and type. It is not recom-
mended to mix different sized or different speed DIMMs in the same system. Mixing
DIMM modules results in the system setting the memory speed to that of the slow-
est installed DIMMs.
 There are white and black DIMM slots. Populate the white slots in a bank first.
 DIMMs can be used either in a one DIMM per Channel (1DPC) configuration or in a
two DIMMs per Channel (2DPC) configuration.
 Low-voltage (1.35 V) DIMM and standard-voltage DIMM (1.5 V) can be mixed in the
system. However, the system BIOS defaults to standard-voltage operation.
The following denotes the memory support matrix.
Table 1: Memory Support Matrix
2 SPC
1 DPC 2 DPC
1.5V
SR/DR 1600 1600
QR 1066 800
LRDIMM 1333 1333
1.35V
SR/DR 1600(*) 1333
QR 1066(*) 800
LRDIMM 1333(*) 1333(*)
Table 2: Memory Population Configuration
DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 Mirror Spare Lockstep
Configuration 1 x
Configuration 2 x
Configuration 3 x x o
Configuration 4 x x o
Configuration 5 x x o o
Configuration 6 x x x
Configuration 7 x x x
Configuration 8xxxxooo
x: Indicates the DIMM population location.
o: Indicates the supported function.

QUANTA Rackgo X Series F03A Specifications

General

Model	F03A
Maximum Processors	2
Maximum Memory	1TB
Product Series	Rackgo X
Processor Support	Intel Xeon Processor E5-2600 v3/v4 Product Family
Memory Slots	16 DIMM slots
Memory Type	DDR4
Power Supply	Redundant power supplies
Power Supply Wattage	1200W
Management	IPMI 2.0
Operating System Support	Windows Server

Summary

Document Conventions

Typographic Conventions

Explains typographic styles used for menu items, references, and keys.

Safety Alert Icons

Defines symbols for WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTE.

Precautionary Measures

System Safety Instructions

General safety guidelines for system installation and maintenance.

Intended Application Uses and Site Selection

Specifies approved locations and criteria for choosing a suitable operating environment.

Handling, Power, and Access Warnings

Covers equipment handling, power/electrical hazards, and system access safety.

Rack Mount and Environmental Precautions

Guidelines for rack installation, ESD protection, cooling, and laser peripheral safety.

System Power, Conditions, and General Handling

Information on system power, hazardous conditions, jumper installation, and rack terms.

About the System

Introduction and System Design

Introduces the Rackgo X F03A, its high-density design, and performance features.

System Specifications Overview

Details form factor, MB size, processor, chipset, memory, and drive bay specifications.

System Component Overview

Identifies key components like fan modules, sleds, tray release, and HDD trays.

Node Views and Component Details

Illustrates front/rear views and details node components, LEDs, and ports.

Memory and BIOS Settings Information

Details DIMM installation, memory population rules, and BIOS settings.

Installing Hardware

Safety Measures for Installation

Critical warnings and safety instructions before performing hardware installation.

Sled Tray Installation and Removal

Procedures for releasing and securing the server's sled trays.

Air Duct and Fan Module Procedures

Steps for removing and installing the system's air duct and fan modules.

Midplane, DIMM, and iBBU Installation

Procedures for installing midplane, DIMMs, and the optional Intelligent Battery Backup Unit.

Processor and Interposer Board Installation

Steps for installing processor heat sinks and the interposer board.

Mainboard and HDD Tray Procedures

Guides for removing and installing the mainboard, mezzanine board, and HDD trays.

BIOS Configuration

BIOS Setup Utility and Navigation

Overview of the BIOS Setup utility, its layout, and keyboard commands.

System Configuration Screens

Details on Main, Advanced, PCI, CPU, SATA, SAS, USB, and Chipset configuration screens.

Boot and Security Settings

Configure boot order, CSM parameters, secure boot, and system passwords.

BIOS Update and Recovery

Procedures for updating and recovering the system BIOS firmware.

ESMS Functional Specification

Introduction and Remote KVM Connection

Overview of AST2300 ESMS, KVM requirements, and establishing remote KVM connections.

Remote KVM Operation and Console Features

Covers remote host login, network configuration, console functions, and video control.

System Maintenance and Security

Details firmware management, security, encryption, and local user database.

Miscellaneous ESMS Functions and IPMI

Information on network ports, video resolutions, menu items, and IPMI commands.

Connectors and Jumpers

Mainboard Connectors and Jumpers

Identifies and describes mainboard connectors and jumpers for system components.

Midplane and Interposer Board Connectors

Lists and describes connectors on the midplane and interposer board.

Fan Board and PCIe Riser Connectors

Details connectors for fan boards and PCIe riser slots.

Troubleshooting System Issues

BIOS Checkpoints and Memory Reference Codes

Interpreting BIOS checkpoints and memory reference code error codes for diagnostics.

Hardware Failure Symptoms and Solutions

Troubleshooting HDD, motherboard, CPU, and Fusion-IO card failures.

Hardware Failure Troubleshooting Matrix

A matrix correlating failure symptoms with error codes and suggested solutions.

SOL and PXE Related Issues

Troubleshooting Serial Over LAN (SOL) and Pre-execution Environment (PXE) related problems.

Regulatory and Compliance Information

Electromagnetic Compatibility Notices

FCC verification statement and general EMC compliance information.

Regional Compliance Marks and Declarations

CE, VCCI, BSMI compliance, and regulated specified components requirements.

Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS)

Information on RoHS compliance and banned substances limits.

Product Regulatory Compliance Markings

Displays product certification markings like UL, CE, FCC, VCCI, BSMI, and ICES.